Newsmaker Saturday - David Schweikert & Jeff Paul
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This week on Newsmaker Saturday, we sit down with Congressman David Schweikert to get an update on a pair of bills moving through Congress. We also get an update on the situation down at the border with FOX reporter Jeff Paul.

Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema faces protesters at Phoenix resort fundraiser

A small group of protesters was outside of a Phoenix resort where Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema held a fundraiser on Oct. 2. Many in her party feel she's standing in the way of the Democratic party's goals for the nation.

'My body is mine': Women's March convenes on Arizona State Capitol

Hundreds of women convened on the Arizona State Capitol on Oct. 2 as abortion rights are being called into question or taken away across the country.

Biden says 'everybody is frustrated' as Dems battle over infrastructure, spending bills

As Democrats work to resolve the rift stalling President Joe Biden's agenda, the president told reporters on Saturday, “Everybody is frustrated. That’s part of being in government.”

Women’s March for abortion rights underway nationwide

Thousands of protesters are demanding continued access to abortion in marches across the country Saturday in a year when conservative lawmakers and judges have put it in jeopardy.

Arizona high court to consider case blocking the state's school mask ban

The Arizona Supreme Court on Friday agreed to hear an appeal of a lower court ruling that found new laws banning schools from requiring masks and a series of other measures were unconstitutional.

Biden to hold 30-country meeting on ransomware, cybersecurity

President Biden announced Friday that a 30-country meeting will take place this month aimed at fighting ransomware and other cyber attacks.

Federal judge holds hearing about new Texas abortion law

U.S. District Judge Robert Pitman will be making the decision on the lawsuit which was brought forward by the Biden administration to block Senate Bill 8 or the "Heartbeat Bill".

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh tests positive for COVID-19

Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh has tested positive for COVID-19 but has no symptoms and has been fully vaccinated since January.

US food stamp benefits get historic increase starting in October

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients will see a significant and permanent increase starting in October.

Booze-to-go becomes reality in Arizona as new law takes effect

Previously, an executive order allowed for booze-to-go during the depths of the pandemic, but a dispute with bars ended that practice. Now, people can once again order cocktails to go in Arizona, thanks to a new law.

Ban on 'surprise' medical bills on track to take effect Jan. 1, 2022

The ban “surprise” medical bills, charges that hit insured patients at some of life’s most vulnerable moments, is on track to take effect on Jan. 1.

Jimmy Carter trivia: How much do you know about the oldest-living president?

You’re probably familiar with some of the most well-known facts about Carter’s life and political career, but how well do you know the only U.S. president born in Georgia?

Former President Jimmy Carter celebrating 97th birthday

Former president Jimmy Carter will celebrate his 97th birthday quietly at his home in Plains, Georgia. Carter is the oldest-living former U.S. president ever.

School officials ask for federal help amid threats over COVID-19 policies

The nation's school boards are asking President Joe Biden for federal assistance to investigate and stop a growing number of threats made against their members.